Original German Pre-WWI Stag Handle Hirschfänger Hunting Dagger by Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie with Scabbard British Replica while there is an Austrian-style

while there is an Austrian-style double headed eagle on the tail

Under the front flap is the serial number O-1285867 and the name Witmeyer

IOWA (BB-61) taped to the top of the base

It also does not have much wear

Original German Pre-WWI Stag Handle Hirschfänger Hunting Dagger by Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie with Scabbard British Replica while there is an Austrian-styleOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an item that simply reeks of romance! In use for centuries, the German Hirschfnger (Deer Catcher) long hunting daggers have always made lovely display pieces, as well as military sidearms. Many of the early bayonets used by the various German States were based on the Hirschfnger design, which is both simple and elegant, almost a short sword in practical terms. This is a great Pre WWI era Hirschfnger with a